Review of The Celluloid Closet (1996) by Douglas Edward C — 01 Mar 2007

Interesting and worthwhile documentary about GLBT issues in film.

This review of The Celluloid Closet (1996) was written by Douglas Edward C on 01 Mar 2007.

The Celluloid Closet has generally received very positive reviews.

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